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Dogs in Hot Cars and on Hot Pavement

  Dogs in Hot Cars Why Are Hot Cars Dangerous to Dogs? When pets love to take car rides, it can be hard to resist their excitement when they know their owner is going for a ride. Their wagging tails and smiles that come after they hear their owners putting on shoes and grabbing the … Continued

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Types of Flea and Tick Prevention for Dogs

Taking care of a loved one, whether it be human or animal, involves many of the same components: providing nutritious food, exercise, sleep, mental enrichment and maintaining proper hygiene. But flea and tick prevention? That requires extra attention for our pets! These parasites are an ever-present threat and prefer damp woodpiles, tall grasses, dark cracks … Continued

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Dog Parks: What to Know Before You Go

There are few places where dogs are free to roam outside of their backyards, and the local dog park happens to be one of those places. Dog parks provide a place where your furry family members can run, play and socialize in a large, fenced area. While the dog park may tire out your pup … Continued

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How to Calm Your Dog During a Storm

With warmer weather comes thunderstorms. And while many people sleep soundly during these weather events, even enjoying the thrum of raindrops on rooftops, our furry companions might not feel the same way. About one-third of dogs experience stress and anxiety with thunderstorms being at the top of the list of anxiety-inducing situations. Their anxiety can … Continued

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How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need?

Humans need regular exercise to maintain optimal health. By moving our bodies, we strengthen bones and joints, manage weight and chronic conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, and improve immune system and cognitive function. Regular exercise also releases hormones that decrease stress. Surprise! Our dogs are no different. And just like humans, they come … Continued

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How to Combat Cabin Fever: 6 Ways to Entertain Your Dog Indoors

On cold or rainy days, it’s easy to lean into lethargy by curling up near the fire and binging the latest show while munching on your favorite snack. While we don’t have a problem entertaining ourselves when the weather doesn’t cooperate, pet owners struggle to say the same about our furry friends. To help combat … Continued

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What You Need to Know: The Difference Between Raw Food, Freeze-Dried Food and Kibble

These days, eating options for our canine friends are about as diverse as they are for their human counterparts. With options including raw, freeze-dried and kibble, it can be challenging as a pet owner to understand the differences between the different food products. We’ll break it down for you. Raw Dog Food How does raw … Continued

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